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Chris Hargan Art Exhibitionhttps://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/11/23/chris-hargan-art-exhibition/
https://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/11/23/chris-hargan-art-exhibition/#respondThu, 23 Nov 2017 22:52:32 +0000http://sickeningglasgow.com/?p=2642Read More]]>Chris Hargan is an artist based in Paisley. A recent graduate from the Glasgow school of Art where he studied fashion design before graduating in sculpture and environmental art. Chris, and two other graduates, are showcasing their work for an exhibition called MATERIALISM at the Maclaurin Gallery in Ayr. The gallery will use a biographical narrative to showcase all aspects of design, allowing viewers to get to know the artists and their thought processes during the creative process. Pieces from the show will also be available to purchase so be sure to take your credit cards.

The show opens on Saturday 25th November 2017 and runs until the 6th January 2018

Chris was kind enough to invite us to his studio in Paisley where we sipped on gin and tonic and chatted about his artwork…

SG – Tell us about your artwork. Do you specialise solely in sculpture?

CH – Yes, I did a lot of casting techniques and I like to combine it with taxidermy and other found objects. I like looking for organic matter when I’m walking or at the beach, which allows me to showcase the natural beauty of those pieces. My recent work has come from the study of natural science along with the Chinese art of Scholars’ Stones.

SG – What are they?

CH – They would find an interesting geological structure, in its own right beautiful, perhaps use an elaborate coral frame plinth or specially carved wooden platform to showcase the beauty of the natural object. So people would have these lovely cabinets of curiosity full of naturally beautiful things with an artifice around that for emphasis.

SG – Did the themes of your studies continue into your work as a solo artist?

CH – Yes, I loved the whimsy and the fantasy that could be incorporated into fashion and going wild with the concept using things like vivid colours etc. to elevate the art form. The fashion industry wasn’t an industry that I wanted to work in personally. After working a few placements, I found the environment a little too callous, wasteful and cut throat. Also the idea of relocating and potentially working as an unpaid intern for several years just wasn’t for me. With sculpture and fine art its perhaps not as commercial but it allows me to incorporate more of my concepts and messages within my pieces.

SG – Is this your first time showing your artwork?

CH – I’ve shown a few times at the Glasgow Art Club on Bath Street whilst I was studying and the Grace and Clark Fyfe Gallery too, however this will be the first collaborative show as we have two other Glasgow School of Art graduates who are also showcasing their work. It’s a composition of our different approaches to materiality and our love of traditional crafts and techniques. We make artwork that’s not so stripped back and minimal that its to just be conceptual but also appreciates the love that goes into making them.

SG – Are the themes of natural science and taxidermy a running theme in your work?

CH – There are four components that are part of the same piece called ‘Trickle Down Magic Money Trees and Other Myths’ from my graduate show from last year and four new pieces that are a continuation of that theme. I realised that this is the aesthetic that I liked; using casting materials and taxidermy and I’m still getting that out of my system just now. I’m excited to use the taxidermy with new silversmith techniques that I will be learning in Antwerp, where I plan to combine traditional silver vessels with snake handles.

SG – Are you nervous about the event?

CH – Not really, Im just hopeful that we get a lot of people to attend my opening*

Welcome to the newest edition of Make Them Eat It, this time featuring some Sporting Goods…

Meet Christopher Saynt, patriarch of the House of Saynt , established 2016. Host of ‘The Show Downstairs’ and the ‘Miss House of Saynt Pageant’.
Scotland’s first openly gay wrestler he’s also patron of LEAP sports, a charity to promote sport to LGBT kids and young adults, while also combating any homophobia within sport.

The Show Downstairs opens on the 13th November in it’s new home; Katie’s Bar, Glasgow. Check out their page for news about the night and details of performers.

He popped in to Sickening HQ for a cuppa and to show off his wrestling moves, check out the results below.

Oh, and his favourite colour is blue he LOVES Anastacia (who doesn’t, right?)

You can catch Frans performing, hosting and channelling her inner Fashionista Trashbag every Wednesday at Katie’s Bar and as a resident queen at Trigger in AXM Glasgow.

]]>https://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/10/10/make-them-eat-it-frans/feed/0sickeningglasgowMTEI FRANS_001-editMTEI FRANS_002-editMTEI FRANS_005-editMTEI FRANS_006-editMTEI FRANS_011-editMTEI FRANS_016-editMTEI FRANS_018-editMTEI FRANS_020-editMTEI FRANS_021-editMTEI FRANS_023-editMTEI FRANS_024-editMTEI FRANS_027-editMTEI FRANS_028-editMTEI FRANS_029-editMTEI FRANS_030-editMTEI FRANS_031-editMTEI FRANS_032-editMTEI FRANS_035-editMEGAbyteshttps://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/09/19/megabytes/
https://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/09/19/megabytes/#respondTue, 19 Sep 2017 09:00:48 +0000http://sickeningglasgow.com/?p=2531Read More]]>MEGAbytes is Glasgow’s biggest gaming cafe and can be found just off the beaten track behind the St Enoch Centre next door to Slaters Menswear.John is just one member of a team that believe that diversity and inclusion make the fabric of Glasgow’s rich tapestry!

MEGAbytes is a welcoming place and an interest in video games isn’t required! Anyone of any age can come in for a chat, to relax, to play any of our video/board/card games or try a wealth of drinks and snack made on site.

Their mantra is “Eat, Play, Escape” and the cafe has become a haven for kids and adults who have felt as if they don’t belong. Gender, race, orientation and age provide the variety of living which is embraced here and encouraged through the many events that take place.The gaming tournaments are open to everyone with the last Mario Kart tournament being won by a 9 year old! Cards Against Humanity nights are played with some light-hearted comedy routines.

The cafe has also encouraged aspiring and working artists to display their work which has seen positive results for the community as there are so many creative people out there just waiting for a chance to show off what the can make!

MEGAbytes provides a welcoming space as our customers have felt that there are no boundaries or limits to what is accepted in terms of being a human being (something that is politically debated ad nauseam). Customers feel relaxed socially and open within this space to honest and open with how they identify. The staff alone cover most bases be it gay/gender-fluid/non-binary/bisexual!

Photography: Simon Crawford

]]>https://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/09/07/seb-x-crawford/feed/0SEB - red+blue_001-editsickeningglasgowSEB - red+blue_001-editSEB - red+blue_002-editSEB - red+blue_003-editSEB - red+blue_004-editSEB - red+blue_005-editSEB - red+blue_006SEB - red+blue_007Make Them Eat (Cake) – Ross & Anthonyhttps://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/08/30/make-them-eat-cake-ross-anthony/
https://sickeningglasgow.com/2017/08/30/make-them-eat-cake-ross-anthony/#respondWed, 30 Aug 2017 09:00:36 +0000http://sickeningglasgow.com/?p=2479]]>It’s a two-for-one Summer deal.
This time for Make Them Eat It we’ve got the sexy pairing of Ross and Anthony.
These guys just ooze sexiness and them & Crawford had a great time shooting this series.
Check out all the photos below and see things get messy!

Glasgow, say hello to the Polish adonis that is Grzegorz Bijoch (aka Greg.) A personal trainer and fitness model, Greg loves fitness and pushes his clients to the limits to achieve their fitness goals (believe me, I know!!) As well as being one of Glasgow’s top trainers he also happens to be one of the most down to earth, easy going people I have had the pleasure to get to know. He pushes his clients hard while at the same time puts them at ease with his charm and good nature. Definitely worth investing in his services!!

Greg is SickeningGlasgow‘s newest contributor, bringing you all you need to know about diet, fitness and motivation techniques. He is based at The Gym Group, Jamaica Street, Glasgow and his details are listed below. Get in touch with him for some intensely rewarding personal training sessions (come on, you know we all love the sesh!!)

The latest handsome young gentleman to get the Make Them Eat It is Jay McPhee.
A friend of Sickening Glasgow since the beginning, Jay has been both supporting Glasgow’s LGBT+ scene and, more recently, performing as alter-ego MDMJ.

His most recent solo performances at Trigger in AXM Glasgow went down a storm (images can be found here) and he’s planning to appear there as a regular guest.

Besides his love of gaming, napping, coffee and cuddles, Jay enjoys showing off, dancing, taking off his clothes and getting inked as often as possible.